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The Hindu
3 days ago
- General
- The Hindu
70 officials rewarded for their meritorious service in Tiruvarur district
Hoisting the national flag, acknowledgement of meritorious services and distribution of welfare assistance marked the Independence Day celebrations held in Tiruvarur district on August 15. While Collector V. Mohanachandran unfurled the tri-colour at a function held at the District Sports Stadium complex near the District Collectorate, respective heads of the civic bodies and educational institutions functioning in Tiruvarur district did the honours at their respective institutions. After hoisting the tri-colour, the Collector honoured the freedom fighters and their legal heirs and presented certificates and medals to 70 government officials for their meritorious service and distributed welfare assistance worth ₹7.11 lakh to 39 beneficiaries under various schemes, according to an official release. CUTN's distinction At the Central University of Tamil Nadu at Neelakudi near Tiruvarur, Vice-Chancellor M. Krishnan hoisted the tri-colour and addressed the staff and students of the institution. In his address, Professor Krishnan said the Central University had been adjudged first among all the Central Universities and third place among all centrally funded institutions in the report published by the Union Ministry of Education on the success stories of higher educational institutions. Giving a brief outline of the social responsibility activities of the institution, the Vice-Chancellor said that the 'Diploma in Silambam' course introduced this year at the CUTN Community College had received an overwhelming response with more than 1,000 applications received for 100 seats. The conduct of the CUET for admissions in Tamil language had opened the doors of higher education to many more students from Tamil Nadu as the percentage of students enrolled in CUTN, which hovered around 10 in the past, had now risen to 40, he added.
The Hindu
5 days ago
- Politics
- The Hindu
President to attend CUTN Convocation
President Droupadi Murmu will attend the 10th Convocation of Central University of Tamil Nadu to be held on Neelakudi campus near Tiruvarur on September 3. In a press release, CUTN Vice-Chancellor M. Krishnan has stated that the President has consented to attend the graduation ceremony as chief guest.
The Hindu
24-07-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
DPR prepared for Central University's Tiruchi campus
A detailed project report (DPR) has been prepared for building a satellite campus of the Central University of Tamil Nadu (CUTN) at Suriyur near Bharathidasan University. The central university, which was established under the Central Universities Act, came into being in September 2009. It functions on 500 acres of land at Neelakudi on the outskirts of Tiruvarur. Taking into account the fact that many central universities have one or more campuses, in addition to their main campus, the CUTN proposed to set up a satellite campus in Tiruchi, which is well connected by air, road, and rail. It has identified five acres of land at Suriyur near the Bharathidasan University. According to sources, the State government has fixed ₹3 crore as cost of the land. The CUTN is said to have initiated the process of taking control of the land from the Revenue Department by paying the cost. As per the DPR, which has formulated a plan to construct classroom buildings, guest, staff quarters and other basic infrastructure, it will cost about ₹23 crore. M. Krishnan, Vice-Chancellor of the CUTN, told The Hindu that a meeting had been scheduled on July 30 in New Delhi to finalise the budget for the project. Once the allocation of funds was finalised, all other steps, including floating of tender, would be taken. The new campus would enable the university to improve student intake as Tiruchi was well connected by air, he said and added that it could conduct conferences, seminars, and so on by attracting experts from different parts of the country, the Vice-Chancellor said.
The Hindu
25-06-2025
- General
- The Hindu
CUTN announces one-time supplementary exam
The Central University of Tamil Nadu (CUTN) has announced a one-time special supplementary examination for students who have completed their academic tenure but did not clear all requisite papers to obtain their degrees. The programme extends to students from the first CUTN batch of 2009-2010 through to the 2022-2023 final year/outgoing students. The initiative specifically targets former and outgoing students who were unable to clear certain papers essential for graduation, providing them with a second chance to obtain their degrees, according to an official press release. Eligible students must complete online registration through the official portal at before the Monday, July 7, 2025. The fee structure includes theory papers: ₹1,600 per subject; practical examinations: ₹1,375 per subject; and grade card issuance: ₹200. In the release, Sulochana Shekhar, controller of examinations at CUTN, said the the initiative aligns with the core principles of the National Education Policy (NEP). 'The NEP encourages flexibility and inclusivity in higher education. This is a student-centric decision aimed at ensuring that a temporary hurdle does not result in a permanent barrier to academic achievement. It is being implemented as per the guidance of Vice-Chancellor M. Krishnan, reflecting the university's commitment to student welfare and academic inclusivity.'
The Hindu
21-06-2025
- General
- The Hindu
Students and fitness enthusiasts turn up for International Yoga Day at Big Temple
Various institutions and organisations observed the 11th International Yoga Day (IYD) in the central districts by conducting mass exercise sessions and awareness programmes on Saturday, centred on this year's theme 'Yoga for One Earth, One Health.' More than 500 persons participated in the mass yoga event organised by the Archaeological Survey of India in association with the 34(TN) Independent Company NCC at Sri Brihadeeswarar temple, Thanjavur on June 21. The yoga session in the early morning hours attracting the participation of NCC cadets and elderly temple-goers underscored the relevance of yoga as a timeless practice for harmony of body, mind and spirit, according to an official release. The Tiruchi Division of Southern Railway observed the day with mass yoga training sessions for officers and staff across various locations of the division. Yoga sessions were held for staff at multiple locations across the division, including Vriddhachalam, Chidambaram, Kumbakonam, Tiruvannamalai, Villupuram, Thanjavur, and Mayiladuthurai. Over 150 students accompanied by their yoga trainers participated in an event organised by Mera Yuva Bharat, an autonomous body under the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, in association with the Tamil Nadu Sports Development Authority at the District Sports Stadium, Tiruvarur. Synchronised session Over 200 staff and students of the Central University of Tamil Nadu (CUTN) in Neelakudi, Tiruvarur district, participated in the 'Yoga Sangam', a synchronised mass exercise session held across the country. The event was based on the Common Yoga Protocol developed by the Union Ministry of AYUSH, in consultation with leading yoga experts. The session was led by CUTN Vice-Chancellor M. Krishnan and senior officials. Students from CUTN Kendriya Vidyalaya and Oxford School, Tiruvarur, participated in the programme conducted by the university's Department of Physical Education and Sports. At the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Puducherry (NITPY), Karan Gautham, students activity and sports assistant and yoga instructor, led a session on yogic postures, Pranayama, and meditation techniques for staff and students. Krishnakumar, yoga instructor from the Ariyalur Yoga Centre, conducted a practical yoga training session at Dhanalakshmi Srinivasan University, Perambalur. Chancellor A. Srinivasan spoke.
